
Industry Facts
Industry Outlook 2022/2023
About 30% of the current rank of aircraft technicians are at or near retirement age and are retiring faster than they’re being replaced. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the aerospace industry skilled trades gap is larger than any other trade and is growing at a rate of 5% per year. This translates into an urgent need for A & P certified aircraft technicians and immediate job placement opportunities upon certification.
Incentives for obtaining A & P certification
With the extreme need for Aircraft Technicians, starting salaries often exceed $60,000 per year. Benefits may include signing bonuses, paid vacation, paid sick time, health benefits, pension plan, location flexibility, re-location assistance, flight perks and privileges, tuition negotiation and reimbursement, immediate job placement, opportunities for advancement, and long-term employment stability. Obtaining your A & P certification opens the door to a vast variety of employment opportunities, including non-aviation opportunities in renewable energy, amusement parks, mass transit, and auto racing.